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Cambridge English: KET (A2 Key)
burger
burger
[noun]

beef cut into small pieces and made into a flat round shape that is then fried, often served in a bread bun

Ex: The restaurant serves a variety of burgers, including vegan options. 
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chip
chip
[noun]

a long, usually thin piece of potato cooked in oil

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fish
fish
[noun]

flesh from a fish that we use as food

Ex: He used white fish to make fish and vegetable stir-fry for a healthy dinner. 
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grape
grape
[noun]

a purple or green fruit that is round, small, and grows in bunches on a vine

Ex: A teaspoon of grape vinegar brightened up the tomato soup, giving it a pleasant tang. 
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vegetable
vegetable
[noun]

a plant or a part of it that we can eat either raw or cooked

Ex: Fresh vegetables like tomatoes, cucumbers, and lettuce make a delicious salad. 
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biscuit
biscuit
[noun]

a small, crisp, sweet baked good, often containing ingredients like chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit

Ex: Grandma's homemade biscuits are always a hit at family gatherings. 
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chicken
chicken
[noun]

the flesh of a chicken that we use as food

Ex: He grilled a juicy chicken breast for his dinner. 
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lemonade
lemonade
[noun]

a drink made with water, sugar, and lemon juice

Ex: The kids set up a lemonade stand to raise money for charity. 
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rice
rice
[noun]

a small and short grain that is white or brown and usually grown and eaten a lot in Asia

Ex: I prefer brown rice over white rice for its nutritional benefits. 
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salad
salad
[noun]

a mixture of usually raw vegetables, like lettuce, tomato, and cucumber, with a type of sauce and sometimes meat

Ex: I like to have a refreshing green salad with my lunch. 
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cereal
cereal
[noun]

food made from grain, eaten with milk particularly in the morning

Ex: She enjoys having a bowl of cereal with milk and fresh fruit for breakfast every morning. 
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yogurt
yogurt
[noun]

a thick liquid food that is made from milk and is eaten cold

Ex: She enjoys having yogurt with fresh fruit and granola for breakfast each morning. 
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mango
mango
[noun]

a sweet yellow fruit with a thin skin that grows in hot areas

Ex: Creating a homemade face mask using mango can be a cost-effective option for skincare. 
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mushroom
mushroom
[noun]

any fungus with a short stem and a round top that we can eat

Ex: He likes his sandwich with fresh lettuce, tomato, and mushrooms. 
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omelet
omelet
[noun]

a dish that consists of eggs mixed together and cooked in a frying pan

Ex: She made a fluffy omelet for breakfast, filled with diced tomatoes, onions, and spinach. 
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beef
beef
[noun]

meat that is from a cow

Ex: The steakhouse is famous for serving high-quality cuts of beef grilled to perfection. 
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broccoli
broccoli
[noun]

a vegetable with a thick stem and clusters of edible flower buds, typically green in color

Ex: He tried to mask the taste of the broccoli by adding extra seasoning and sauce. 
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chilli
chilli
[noun]

the red or green fruit of a particular type of pepper plant, used in cooking for its hot taste

Ex: She added a chopped chilli to the soup for extra spice. 
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candy
candy
[noun]

a type of sweet food that is made from sugar and sometimes chocolate

Ex: She bought a bag of candy to share with her friends at the party. 
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carrot
carrot
[noun]

a long orange vegetable that grows beneath the ground and is eaten cooked or raw

Ex: He pretended the carrot was a microphone and sang a silly song in front of the mirror. 
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chocolate
chocolate
[noun]

a food prepared from roasted, ground cacao beans

Ex: She used chocolate to make a rich dessert. 
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coffee
coffee
[noun]

a drink made by mixing hot water with crushed coffee beans, which is usually brown

Ex: He savored the aroma of freshly brewed coffee before taking his first sip. 
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cola
cola
[noun]

a brown and sweet drink with gas and no alcohol in it

Ex: He ordered a glass of cola with ice. 
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cream
cream
[noun]

the thick, fatty part of milk that rises to the top when you let milk sit

Ex: He stirred cream into his pasta sauce to make it rich and creamy. 
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dessert
dessert
[noun]

‌sweet food eaten after the main dish

Ex: He whipped up a batch of brownies as a quick dessert. 
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garlic
garlic
[noun]

a type of vegetable having a strong smell and spicy flavor that is used in cooking

Ex: Garlic has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties. 
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honey
honey
[noun]

a sweet, sticky, thick liquid produced by bees that is yellow or brown and we can eat as food

Ex: He enjoys a spoonful of honey before bed to help calm his cough and promote a good night's sleep. 
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ice
ice
[noun]

frozen water, which has a solid state

Ex: I put ice cubes in my drink to make it cold. 
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lemon
lemon
[noun]

a juicy sour fruit that is round and has thick yellow skin

Ex: A few drops of lemon juice in a glass of water make for a simple and refreshing detoxifying drink. 
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meat
meat
[noun]

the flesh of animals and birds that we can eat as food

Ex: Grilled chicken breast is a lean and flavorful meat option for a healthy dinner. 
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mineral water

water from underground that contains minerals and gasses, usually bottled and sold

Ex: She preferred to drink mineral water for its natural purity and mineral content. 
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oil
oil
[noun]

a liquid that is smooth and thick, made from animals or plants, and used in cooking

Ex: She added a tablespoon of oil to the pan before cooking the vegetables. 
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onion
onion
[noun]

a round vegetable with many layers and a strong smell and taste

Ex: I added chopped green onions to my Asian-inspired noodle dish. 
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pasta
pasta
[noun]

a dish that we can make by mixing cooked pasta with other ingredients and sauces

Ex: He prefers pasta with light, olive oil-based sauces. 
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pear
pear
[noun]

a sweet yellow or green bell-shaped fruit with a lot of juice

Ex: A juicy pear is a refreshing treat on a hot summer day. 
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pepper
pepper
[noun]

a powder made from dried peppercorn that is added to food to make it spicy

Ex: As a chef, I always make sure to have freshly ground pepper on hand to elevate the flavors of my dishes. 
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potato
potato
[noun]

a round vegetable that grows beneath the ground, has light brown skin, and is used cooked or fried

Ex: He used leftover mashed potatoes to make cheesy potato croquettes. 
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salt
salt
[noun]

a natural, white substance, obtained from mines and also found in seawater that is added to the food to make it taste better or to preserve it

Ex: Can you please pass the salt? 
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sauce
sauce
[noun]

a flavorful liquid, served with food to give it a particular taste

Ex: My mother made a creamy béchamel sauce for the lasagna. 
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sausage
sausage
[noun]

‌a mixture of meat, bread, etc. cut into small pieces and put into a long tube of skin, typically sold raw to be cooked before eating

Ex: He enjoys a sausage sandwich for his lunch. 
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steak
steak
[noun]

a large piece of meat or fish cut into thick slices

Ex: She seasoned the steak with salt and pepper before grilling it to perfection on the barbecue. 
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strawberry

a soft, red juicy fruit with small seeds on its surface

Ex: I enjoy picking strawberries at the local farm during strawberry season. 
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sugar
sugar
[noun]

a sweet white or brown substance that is obtained from plants and used to make food and drinks sweet

Ex: A drizzle of sugar syrup over pancakes or waffles adds a delightful sweetness to breakfast. 
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